Construction Project Manager
Job Description Job Description Description Sr. Project Manager (Contract) to support its Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) department during a period of sustained project volume and complexity. The team oversees approximately 100 active construction and renovation projects at any given time, spanning new medical facilities, major renovations, and technically complex work within active hospital environments. PM will work closely with general contractors, architects, engineers, and internal hospital stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with healthcare regulations and Vanderbilt standards. The engagement is expected to last approximately 12 months, with the potential to extend up to 18 months, and is designed to immediately add Sr‑level expertise to an already lean, highly experienced team. Key Areas of Focus Healthcare Construction Oversight: Manage complex healthcare construction in active hospital environments, ensuring compliance with infection control, life safety, and operational constraints. Project Governance & Coordination: Oversee GCs, architects, and engineers with accountability for scope, schedule, quality, and risk—without direct construction execution. PM Team Support: Independently lead smaller projects or support existing PMs with execution, documentation, and issue resolution. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary liaison between construction teams and internal hospital stakeholders to align clinical, operational, and project needs. Risk Identification: Proactively identify and escalate schedule, scope, or compliance risks to prevent downstream impacts. Daily Responsibilities Manage multiple construction projects across varying scopes Coordinate with GCs, architects, and engineering teams Track schedules and deliverables using Kahua or similar tools Review drawings and documentation to identify risks or gaps Ensure compliance with healthcare and Vanderbilt standards Provide clear status updates and maintain strong documentation Size, Scope & Impact Portfolio: ~100 active projects supported by a ~30‑person PDC team Project Types: New builds, major renovations, complex clinical work Impact: Adds Senior oversight to reduce risk, protect patient safety, and keep high‑visibility projects on track in a highly regulated environment Skills Project management, Pmp, Stakeholder management, Infrastructure, Project plan, Program management, Implementation, Project coordination, Resource planning, Construction Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred Equivalent field experience accepted PMP, CCM, LEED, or similar certifications are a plus, not required Healthcare & Institutional Experience: Experience working in active healthcare environments & familiarity with: Infection control (ICRA) Shutdown coordination (clinical spaces, utilities) Life safety / ILSM requirements Experience in hospitals, academic medical centers, or large institutional campuses strongly preferred University or lab construction acceptable if healthcare experience is limited Construction Tools & Systems: Experience with construction PM platforms (Kahua, Procore, e‑Builder, or similar) Ability to quickly adapt to internal systems and reporting standards Design & Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings Comfortable managing design‑to‑construction transitions Architecture background is a plus but not required Professional Attributes: Strong owner‑rep mindset (oversight and accountability, not execution) Professional communicator with contractors, designers, and hospital leadership Independent, sound judgment, and strong documentation habits Work Style: Comfortable working onsite five days per week Able to ramp quickly into a complex project portfolio Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
